2005 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 3.2L Diesel · HJ05 HOA
2005 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (3.2L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2005. Recorded mileage 74,480 miles. MOT valid until 11 May 2027. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Bournemouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11 May 2027
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 74,480 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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HJ05 HOA Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/05/2026
- 74,480 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
HJ05 HOA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (HJ05 HOA) between May 2022 and May 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 11 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
HJ05 HOA Mileage History
- 18/05/202240,419 mi
- 01/10/202453,251 mi+12,832 mi
- 09/04/202560,852 mi+7,601 mi
- 13/05/202674,480 mi+13,628 mi
Average of roughly 8,546 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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